Chemical Lab Technician

Job Title

Chemical Lab Technician

1520 Old Stage Road, Mauldin, SC 29662 (100% onsite)

Full‑time 12‑hour rotating shifts after required training. Initial training:
Monday–Friday first shift.

• Demonstrate a strong safety mindset by wearing required PPE and following all site safety procedures.
• Actively support and promote a safe working environment through required safety training, programs, and EHS initiatives.
• Participate in site‑driven ERP safety programs, including peer‑to‑peer observation processes.
• Report unsafe conditions, incidents, and equipment concerns promptly.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized laboratory in accordance with Chemical Hygiene and Laboratory Safety standards.

• Perform routine quality assurance testing of raw materials, in‑process samples, and finished products per site procedures.
• Conduct testing using instrumentation such as FTIR, NIR, autotitrators, GC, HPLC, viscometers, balances, and pH meters.
• Perform routine calculations and document results accurately and in a timely manner.
• Enter quality data and perform basic transactions in SAP (e.g., quality results, stock movements, non‑conformance documentation).
• Evaluate test data against established specifications and procedures using approved software tools.

• Prepare and standardize laboratory reagents as required by procedures.
• Maintain laboratory supplies, solvents, and reagents; communicate replenishment needs to the Sr. Lead Laboratory Specialist.
• Support proper waste handling and disposal in accordance with site and regulatory requirements.
• Clean laboratory glassware and support general lab housekeeping activities.
• Obtain, label, store, and dispose of retained samples per site procedures.
• Support basic troubleshooting for product quality issues in collaboration with plant and quality personnel.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders regarding test results and sample status.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through adherence to standard work and quality practices.

• Associate's degree or technical degree in Chemistry, Analytical Testing, or related field; or high school diploma/GED with 2+ years of laboratory experience.
• Experience using standard laboratory instrumentation (e.g., GC, HPLC, FTIR, balances, pH meters).
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Excel and operation of computer‑controlled instruments.
• Ability to follow written procedures and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately record and report data.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
• Commitment to following all safety procedures and PPE requirements.

• Prior experience in a manufacturing or quality control laboratory environment.
• Basic familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar quality systems.
• Experience with SAP or other laboratory data management systems.
• Experience with common instrument platforms (e.g., Agilent, Metrohm, Bruker, Anton Paar, Brookfield).
• 2+ years of hands‑on laboratory experience.